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Heidi Kleinsmith Salter, CS, from Petoskey, Michigan, USA

Phylicia Masonheimer is founder of Every Woman a Theologian, an online ministry teaching Christians how to know what they believe, live it boldly and communicate it graciously. She is an author, blogger and host of the chart-topping podcast Verity with Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia and her husband Josh live in Petoskey, Michigan, with their three children Adeline, Geneva and Ivan.

Phylicia Masonheimer is founder of Every Woman a Theologian, an online ministry teaching Christians how to know what they believe, live it boldly and communicate it graciously. She is an author, blogger and host of the chart-topping podcast Verity with Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia and her husband Josh live in Petoskey, Michigan, with their three children Adeline, Geneva and Ivan.

In this episode Armin and I discuss how we work with our artistic rhythm to increase our productivity in our studios. It has to do with developing good habits and attitudes toward hard work. Keeping art a priority in our lives has always been so important to us both, but we often handle the end game differently. Armin has a resolute discipline that has been successful for him and I am much more of a free spirit who embraces the unknown and unpredictable. There are pros and cons to our handling of the art journey. Take a listen!We would like to invite you to our 100th episode Zoom meeting where we will record a Q and A from the attending audience members and also hear a bit about their artwork.It's a celebration party. The Zoom conversation will take place on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 7pm Eastern time. To register for the Zoom session Click Here. Show NotesLinks to classes this summer. Art Ladders Class CollectionVal's Abstraction Workshop in Grosse Pointe, MI June 14 and 15 Val's In-Person Printmaking Workshop at her studio. 6/28&29Armin's In-Person Workshop at Flint Institute of Art 8/4-6 Armin's In-Person iPhone for the Traveler Flint Institute of Art 6/14Armin's Contour Drawing at Crooked Tree Art in Petoskey 8/14-15Armin's iPhone Workshop at Crooked Tree Art in Petoskey 8/12-13

It's Wednesday, April 9th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus Ugandan Muslim husband kills newly converted Christian wife A Muslim man in Uganda stabbed his wife to death after she converted to Christianity last month. Forty-one-year-old Nasiimu Mirembe was the mother of six children. She put her faith in Christ on March 21st after hearing the Gospel from a friend. On March 23rd, she attended a church service for the first time. Tragically, her husband attacked her on her way home from church.  Mirembe's friend told Morning Star News, “Immediately he started slapping his wife. I started screaming and shouting for help. [He] then removed a long knife and started cutting her with it.” She died from her wounds the next day. Psalm 116:15 says, “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints.” Church attendance up in United Kingdom A new report from the Bible Society found that church attendance is growing in the United Kingdom. Twelve percent of adults in England and Wales attended church at least monthly last year, up from 8% in 2018. Young people, especially young men, are leading the growth. Sixteen percent of 18 to 24-year-olds attend church monthly, up from 4% in 2018. Church attendance by young men grew from 4% to 21% over the same time period.  In Titus 2:1, 2, and 6, the Apostle Paul wrote, “Speak the things which are proper for sound doctrine: that the older men be sober, reverent, temperate, sound in faith, in love, in patience. … Likewise, exhort the young men to be sober-minded.” Supreme Court blocks reinstatement of fired federal workers for now In the United States, the Supreme Court on Tuesday blocked an order that the Trump administration rehire 16,000 federal employees who were let go in mass firings aimed at dramatically downsizing the federal government, reports The Associated Press. The justices acted in the administration's emergency appeal of a ruling by a federal judge in California ordering that the probationary employees at six federal agencies be reinstated while a lawsuit plays out because their firings didn't follow federal law. Appearing on NBC News, legal analyst Danny Cevallos spoke to the practical fallout of the Supreme Court decision on the 16,000 federal workers who were let go. CEVALLOS: “When it comes to these probationary workers, functionally, if they're not being reinstated for a certain period of time, they're going to go find other work. So, this is one of those situations where a stay in this case may eventually lead to them just going off and getting other jobs, and they may never return, even if they someday are entitled to return.” President Trump boosts coal production President Donald Trump signed an executive order yesterday to boost coal  as an energy source. The order allows some older coal-fired power plants to stay online instead of being retired. This comes as data centers, artificial intelligence, and electric cars increase the demand for electricity in the U.S. The order also removes some restrictions on coal mining and encourages coal leasing on U.S. lands. Georgia passed Religious Freedom Restoration Act Last Friday, Georgia became the 30th state to enact a Religious Freedom Restoration Act. The act protects people from unjust government punishment for living out their faith. Greg Chafuen with Alliance Defending Freedom said, “Our laws should protect the freedom of every person to live and worship according to their faith. This law provides a sensible balancing test for courts to use when reviewing government policies that infringe upon the religious freedom rights of Georgians.” IRS ends investigation into church praying for school board candidate First Liberty Institute announced Monday that the Internal Revenue Service ended its investigation of a church in Florida recently. New Way Church in Palm Coast, Florida came under investigation after praying for a local school board candidate during a service last year. Jeremy Dys with First Liberty Institute said, “We are pleased that the IRS not only closed its investigation, but affirmed that this church's activities of praying for political candidates during its church service do not threaten its tax-exempt status.” Planned Parenthood closes 3 Michigan abortion mills Planned Parenthood of Michigan announced last Wednesday that it will close three locations in the state. Appearing on Fox 2 in Detroit, Michigan Planned Parenthood President Paula Greear was upset. GREEAR: “A lot of people have reached out to me, and they are angry and they are hurt. And you know what? We are too!” The abortion group blamed funding cuts by the Trump administration.  GREEAR: “They are trying to do everything to defund Planned Parenthood.” Young pro-lifers have been praying outside one of the abortion mills for years. Kevin Weed, the headmaster for St. Michael High School in Petoskey, Michigan, told CatholicVote, “Many people are attributing the closing to the Trump administration's cutting of funds, which I'm sure makes a big difference. Our students have been praying there, and those prayers have been answered. However that came to be, we're just happy that this facility is closed.” Space flight around Earth's poles And finally, a cryptocurrency billionaire and his crew of three people completed the first space flight around the Earth's poles last week. Chun Wang is a Chinese-born investor of Malta, the island country located in the Mediterranean Sea between Sicily and North Africa. The bitcoin billionaire funded the mission aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule.  The crew launched last Monday and returned Friday. Together, they accomplished the first crewed orbit over the north and south poles. Before the launch, Chun said, “My own journey has been shaped by lifelong curiosity and a fascination with pushing boundaries. As a kid, I used to stare at a blank white space at the bottom of a world map and wonder what's out there. … We hope our mission will further inspire later people to do the same.” Psalm 19:1 says, “The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims His handiwork.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, April 9th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe for free  by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Join us as we dive deep into the world of Petoskey Stones, Michigan's state fossil!

It's all about Michigan beer on this episode of Behind the Mitten, with guests both old and new joining us to talk about what's happening at our breweries and beyond. We start off interviewing one of the most exciting and prolific women in the Michigan craft beer scene, the always interesting Annette May. She holds many titles, but she might be most proud of having achieved certified Advanced Cicerone status, a pretty cool thing and not easy to do. She is also an instructor at Schoolcraft College in their brewing program, and one of the founding members of the women's craft beverage collective Fermenta, which is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit trade group initiated by women, committed to education, networking, diversity, and empowerment within the fermented beverage and food industries. She and her husband Mike Bardallis are working towards opening their own brewery, Full Measure Brewing Company, in Detroit's Eastern Market soon.One of our regular guests, David "Rings" Ringler stops by to catch us up on what is happening at his two German-inspired breweries located in West Michigan. Cedar Springs Brewing Company is where you'll find two sides to both the food and beer menus, both American and German. Indulge in traditional dishes like jagerschnitzel and spatzle, or pub-favorites like house-smoked pulled pork. You'll find the same beers here that you'll see at Kusterer Brauhaus on the West Side of Grand Rapids. Here, you'll find a tradtional German beer hall, with snacks and soccer to enjoy. We love his traditional style beers, including the always lovely Marzen. Now my mouth is watering.Pigeon Hill Brewing Company in Muskegon just celebrated their ten year anniversary in 2024, and co-owner Michael Brower stops by to share some of their recent developments. The brewery now has two locations you can visit, the Brewer's Lounge taproom located on 4th Street right downtown, and the new Socibowl by Pigeon Hill. Socibowl is an entertainment complex right downtown that features duckpin bowling, darts, pinball, oversized yard games, food, and of course, plenty of great craft beer. Michael shares some new and old favorite beers from Pigeon Hill, which you can find in distribution throughout the state.We are always excited when we get to meet new friends, and the owners of Elder Piper Beer and Cider did not disappoint. Trace and Eeva Redmond opened their Petoskey brewery in 2023, and were quickly named a "brewery to watch" by a national publication. The Redmonds bring years of top-level brewing experience with them, both here in Michigan and nationwide. When it came time to open their very own brewery, they decided to head back to Eeva's hometown, where they have been met with open arms. The Redmond's picked their Beach Grass Helles Lager as our selection for BEER OF THE WEEK this show.

We were joined by Fed Federov, who runs the Petoskey Ice Arena. He talked about how he ended up in Petoskey, told us all the different programs he offers there, updated us on his brother Sergei, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're broadcasting live from the Petoskey Ice Arena with our affiliates WMBN 104.7fm & 1340am. Throughout the show, we talked about Michigan and Michigan State Basketball, the Red Wings, Ferris State Hockey, Petoskey Hockey, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking about MSU's win over Purdue as Jim Comparoni from SpartanMag.com joined us. He and Huge talked about some of the guys that made a big impact last night, they looked ahead to Friday's game against Michigan, and more. We were then joined by Steve Goff from the Lansing Sports Network. He talked about what it was like inside the Breslin last night, gave his thoughts on how Friday's game goes, and more. We were then joined by Petoskey Northmen Head Hockey Coach Guiney. He and Huge talked about playoff hockey, talked about some of the players on his team that have really stepped up, impact of the Petoskey Ice Arena in Northern Michigan, growth of their programs, and much more. In our second hour, we were joined by Ferris State Hockey's Head Coach Bob Daniels. Their team is on the way up to take on Michigan Tech this Friday. He and Huge talked about the Four Nations Face-Off, Coach talked about this being his final season as Head Coach, discussed how the season is going for his team, talked about the transfer portal and NIL, and much more. We continued the Hockey conversation as Nick Cotsonika from NHL.com joined us. He and Huge talked about tomorrow night's match-up between the U.S. and Canada tomorrow, gave their thoughts on how the Red Wings have looked, and more. We were then joined by Fed Federov, who runs the Petoskey Ice Arena. He talked about how he ended up in Petoskey, told us all the different programs he offers there, updated us on his brother Sergei, and more. In our final hour, we were joined by David Gregory who is a Lawyer and NFLPA Certified Sports Agent for Bullrush Sports. During that time, he and Huge talked about where the NCAA vs. the House case is currently at, talked about how things will legally be enforced, and much more. We were then joined by Ken Kal, who is the voice of the Red Wings. He and Huge talked about the Four Nations Face-Off, talked about the Wings getting back in action this weekend, and gave their thoughts on if the Wings can get a Stanley Cup this season. We wrapped up the show talking with Dean Davenport, who used to be the AD at Ferris State. He talked with Bill about some of the people he hired back when he was AD, talked about his passion for Ferris State Athletics, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our second hour, we were joined by Ferris State Hockey's Head Coach Bob Daniels. Their team is on the way up to take on Michigan Tech this Friday. He and Huge talked about the Four Nations Face-Off, Coach talked about this being his final season as Head Coach, discussed how the season is going for his team, talked about the transfer portal and NIL, and much more. We continued the Hockey conversation as Nick Cotsonika from NHL.com joined us. He and Huge talked about tomorrow night's match-up between the U.S. and Canada tomorrow, gave their thoughts on how the Red Wings have looked, and more. We were then joined by Fed Federov, who runs the Petoskey Ice Arena. He talked about how he ended up in Petoskey, told us all the different programs he offers there, updated us on his brother Sergei, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We were joined by Petoskey Northmen Head Hockey Coach Guiney. He and Huge talked about playoff hockey, talked about some of the players on his team that have really stepped up, impact of the Petoskey Ice Arena in Northern Michigan, growth of their programs, and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're broadcasting live from Brown Motors in Petoskey with our affiliates WMBN 104.7fm & 1340am. Throughout the show, we talked Michigan and Michigan State Basketball as we were joined by some of our great College Basketball insiders. We kicked off the show talking with former Spartan Drew Neitzel about this year's MSU squad. They talked about what's different with this year's team, they previewed tonight's big game against Purdue, looked ahead to Friday's game against Michigan, and more. We were then joined by Tim McCormick from FDTV so we could get his thought's on tonight's MSU/Purdue game. He and Huge also talked about how Michigan has been playing, and gave their thoughts on how Friday's rivalry game goes. We wrapped up the hour talking with "Mo' Money Maurice" from Brown Motors. He talked about the easy process of selling your used car, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we're broadcasting live from Brown Motors in Petoskey with our affiliates WMBN 104.7fm & 1340am. Throughout the show, we talked Michigan and Michigan State Basketball as we were joined by some of our great College Basketball insiders. We kicked off the show talking with former Spartan Drew Neitzel about this year's MSU squad. They talked about what's different with this year's team, they previewed tonight's big game against Purdue, looked ahead to Friday's game against Michigan, and more. We were then joined by Tim McCormick from FDTV so we could get his thought's on tonight's MSU/Purdue game. He and Huge also talked about how Michigan has been playing, and gave their thoughts on how Friday's rivalry game goes. We wrapped up the hour talking with "Mo' Money Maurice" from Brown Motors. He talked about the easy process of selling your used car, and more. In our second hour, we were joined by Matt Steigenga, who is one of the voices of Spartan Basketball. He and Huge talked about how this season has gone for Izzo and his squad, gave their thoughts on how tonight's game goes against Purdue, and more. We were then joined by Terry Mills, who is one of the voices of Michigan Basketball. He and Huge talked about how year one is going for Dusty May, talked about the athleticism on this Michigan team, looked ahead to Friday's game against MSU, and more. We wrapped up the hour with Steve Goff from the Lansing Sports Network. He gave us his thought's on how tonight's MSU/Purdue game goes. In our final hour, we were joined by former Michigan Basketball Head Coach John Beilein and Josh Garvey from Doeren Mayhew for our weekly "Talking Hoops" segment. Huge, John, and Josh talked about the last few games for both Michigan and Michigan State, they gave their thoughts on how tonight's MSU Purdue game goes, looked ahead to Friday's rivalry game, and more. We were then joined by Graham Couch from the Lansing State Journal. He gave us his thoughts on how tonight's MSU/Purdue game goes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"God is just so kind. He's so patient. His heart is for his people. So in the midst of loss and grief—which he himself has experienced—he wants to be near us, even if that means we're beating our fists on his chest."— Phylicia MasonheimerToday's Episode: How do we navigate grief and loss? How do we find comfort and experience peace in difficult seasons? That's what Natalie is discussing with today's guest, Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia tells the story of 2024—one of the hardest years of her life. She walks us through how she dealt with her raw emotions, how she relied on Scripture and prayer for help and healing, and how she experienced God's compassion through visible expressions of his grace to her and her family. It's such a beautiful and compelling story. May it encourage your heart.    This month's memory verse: "Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." — Lamentations 3:22-23 Today's guest: Phylicia Masonheimer is founder of Every Woman a Theologian, an online ministry teaching Christians how to know what they believe, live it boldly, and communicate it graciously. She is an author, blogger and host of the chart-topping podcast, Verity with Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia and her husband Josh live in Petoskey, MI with their three children Adeline, Geneva, and Ivan.Support Our Show: Leave a review to encourage us and help other people find our show.Links from today's show: Find out more about Phylicia's ministry, Every Woman a Theologian.Memorize and meditate on God's Word with a Dwell Differently membership. Dig even deeper into God's Word (and memorize it!) in Natalie and Vera's new Bible study, Dwell on These Things and book, Dwell Differently. Support the showFollow Natalie & Vera at DwellDifferently.com and @dwelldifferenly.

Vic Verchereau welcomes Emily Emmott, who is the General Manager of Hotel Walloon. Enjoy the charm and hospitality of the early twentieth century along with the comforts of every modern amenity. Located in Northern Michigan, Hotel Walloon is settled against the breathtaking backdrop of Walloon Lake. This privately owned boutique hotel features spacious guest rooms, elegant design, rich history, and world-class service. Explore the beauty of Michigan from this central location. Travel from Walloon Lake Village to Petoskey, Boyne City, Harbor Springs, Mackinac Island, and Traverse City. Your Trip ambassador Vic Verchereau welcomes Emily Emmott, the General Manager of Hotel Walloon and shares the details of this special spot in the world on this edition of Michigan Corners. Listen in as you pack your bags! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

Join Chaad and Matt as they chat with this diverse and savvy panel of guests representing the three main corners of the MI wine scene.Jamel Favorite is the Marketing Manager (and so much more!) at Modales Winery out in Fennville and makes his home in Grand Rapids. He co-hosts the Music In The Bottle podcast.Caroline Lamb is a Detroit based marketing specialist with wine distributor AHD Vinters and is also a podcaster, co-hosting the Business Of Drinks podcast.Tim Tebeau comes downstate from Petoskey, where he's the midwest sales manager for packaging supplier Saxco, a major international supplier of wine bottles.Witty and charming, these folks made for a great show which we hope you enjoy listening to as much as we enjoyed making it!

Heidi Kleinsmith Salter, CS, from Petoskey, Michigan, USAHear more from Heidi on this week's episode of Sentinel Watch.

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Payton Heins, NLEA, Northern Lakes Economic Alliance, Boyne City, MI. There were several things he wanted to find out in this conversation: Welcome back Payton, remind the Michigan business community about the NLEA? You have a 2024 Regional Small Business Outlook at the end of next week, tell us about that? Who and what organizations are involved? Who should attend? Do you see this event as a good opportunity on the opposite end of the calendar, from your Annual Symposium in May? Regional Small Business Outlook Panelists Announced The NLEA is excited to cohost a Regional Small Business Outlook event with Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce and Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce, taking place on November 8th at Gypsy Distillery. Event panelists represent diverse industries throughout Northern Michigan, and will provide beneficial insights on current market trends, challenges and opportunities in our region, a Q+A session, and more! This event is made possible thanks to the generous support of Huntington National Bank. Moderator: Chris Holman is the founder and CEO of Michigan Business Network (MBN). He has over 40 years of experience as a successful entrepreneur. Founded in 2011, MBN is an information provider seeking to help grow and develop Michigan's economic community. MBN covers an array of topics, such as finance, entrepreneurship, politics, leadership, business events, and more. Visit MBN's website to learn more. Panelists: Hauke Havenstein is the Plant Manager at Moeller Aerospace Harbor Springs. He has over 27 years of experience in the industry, and currently oversees profit and loss, operational excellence, and overall plant performance for Moeller. Prior to this position, he spent 16 years at Lufthansa Technik in Germany. Hauke also holds degrees in Business Management and Administration and Aerospace Technologies. Bill Marshall is the Vice President and Regional Banking Relationship Manager Sr. at Huntington National Bank. He has over 19 years of experience in the banking industry in Northern Michigan. Bill previously served in the Navy and graduated with an MBA focused in Finance & Engineering from Central Michigan University. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for the NLEA and is the treasurer of First Tee of Northern Michigan. Jennifer Haf is the founder of BLOOM Floral Design in Charlevoix, MI. In response to her love for sharing cut garden flowers from her backyard, she founded BLOOM in 2008. Jennifer has studied under some of the most celebrated designers in the floral industry and has operated her own business for over 16 years. Brian Bates is the owner of Bear Creek Organic Farm in Petoskey, MI. Bear Creek has grown from a start-up to a productive farm with 20+ employees in the last 10 years, and is the first B Corp Certified farm in the state of Michigan. Brian is passionate about organic farming, making a living doing what you love, and putting purpose front and center. Jake Huntman is the Director of Sales at Preston Feather Building Centers. Preston Feather is a leading supplier to homebuilders in Northwest Michigan. In his current role, Jake leads the sales teams across all product categories, collaborates with supply chain operations to align company strategy, and focuses on creating a positive customer experience. After serving in the United States Navy, Jake moved to Petoskey from South Bend, Indiana. Friday, November 8th | 11:00am to 12:30pm Gypsy Distillery, Petoskey, MI Join us to hear from business leaders representing diverse Northern Michigan industries to share their outlook on both opportunities and challenges in the year ahead. Click the link below to register! » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: twitter.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/

We have a new partner! Petoskey's is the official hockey bar of Sound Of Hockey! We've loved that bar for years, and we're excited to have them as an official partner of SOH. On this episode, the guys break down the last week of play for the Kraken, including a monster 8-2 win at the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday. Plus, some discussion about Joey Daccord suddenly getting more starts than Philipp Grubauer, and much more. Segments include Goalie Gear Corner, Weekly One-Timers, and What's Good? SUBSCRIBE! ENJOY! REVIEW!

Steve Swart was on the bandstand and in college at CMU just in time to see owner Harvey Vanier turn The Foolery into Rubbles. Mt. Pleasant has always been at the dead center of the state of Michigan when it comes to cross-over touring due to WCMU and the college music market. One quick look north from Kalamazoo, Ann Arbor, Detroit and Lansing, all eyes hit the college town. The blended artistry from roots folk, to deep blues, power pop, metal, and first generation punk all huddled in this marketplace, long after the '60s Flint scene dispersed.     Yes, you could see Texas blues man Gatemouth Brown, followed by funky rockin' Fishbone, and then a tour stop for the punk legends Dead Milkmen. Or how about Blues Brother Matt 'Guitar' Murphy? Verve Pipe? Etc...this was a Michigan hub town thanks to the venues, Theatres, and WCMU radio.    While Swart notes that much remains in historical value, the word-of-mouth of the area's scene is more of a recollection and myth, than the hub it once was. North of Mt. Pleasant lies Interlochen, which seems to have taken on the persona that Mt. Pleasant used to be known for. A quick look at Traverse City, Petoskey, Alpena, or over west to Big Rapids or Grand Rapids, or even east to the Tri-Cities and you can see speckles of the majestic college town scene. Swart is taking the Mt. Pleasant music history seriously and is not only documenting it, but releasing lost shows on YouTube. Steve has compiled a fantastic episode that not only covers his music, but some of his rock/metal expeditions (magnetite)--which is not rock/metal like you think ;) Tune in and check this out too! Here is his Link List for this episode: "Legacy of Harvey's Foolery":  https://www.facebook.com/groups/38403127560/ Youtube Playlist Legacy of Harvey's Foolery https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxX1AiehvuPKAgF_VtCwzWJ6iclZIJRY1 Clarke Historical Library website at CMU: http://www.clarkehistoricallibrary.org/p/about-us.html?m=0   Michigan bands that we hosted and recorded in concert at The Broadway Theatre in Mt Pleasant: Steppin' In It Levi Rose and Hooker Man Mollie O'Brien and Jive at Five Alma College Percussion and Drum Ensemble Jeff Haas Quintet with Marcus Belgrave THOSE Delta Rhythm Kings (Lansing area) Earl Haynes and Friends (subject of the song "Mr Easy" ala Walmsley/McCray) Brian Koehler Chris Freeman (Sitar) Myk Rise Hurry The Jug YouTube Playlist - Live at The Broadway 2003-2005:  https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxX1AiehvuPJkLJDeREK10heB0qEAfT3o

Send us a textWhat happens when a city steeped in history meets the thrill of a modern-day cycling adventure? Welcome back for part two of our Shoreline Recap, where we begin with a touching conversation about Michael's daughter Miya and her exciting move to eighth grade. Then, prepare to be fascinated as we journey to Beltsville, Maryland, uncovering its historical roots and even a bit of cryptid lore that's sure to pique your curiosity.You'll find yourself laughing out loud as we recount a hilarious shopping escapade in Mackinac City. Picture this: a ceramic ornament, a store clerk with a sense of humor, and a playful prank at a fudge shop involving Jess. As we navigate scenic cycling routes from Mackinac City to Charlevoix, you'll feel like you're right there with us, taking in the breathtaking Tunnel of Trees and charming towns like Elk Rapids and Petoskey.The episode takes a reflective turn as we offer candid feedback on the Shoreline cycling event, from weather challenges to logistical insights, all while commending the efforts of the event's director, Neal. We round things out with a sneak peek into future episodes, exciting non-cycling hangout plans, and heartfelt listener spotlights. Whether you're here for the personal anecdotes, historical insights, or constructive feedback, this episode promises an engaging mix that keeps the spirit of adventure alive. We will be back Support the Show.Embarking on a journey of camaraderie that spans years, Adam and Michael have cultivated a deep friendship rooted in their mutual passion for cycling. Through the twists and turns of life, these two friends have pedaled side by side, weaving a tapestry of shared experiences and good-natured teasing that only solidifies the authenticity of their bond. Their cycling escapades, filled with laughter and banter, are a testament to the enduring spirit of true friendship. Whether conquering challenging trails or coasting through scenic routes, Adam and Michael's adventures on two wheels are a testament to the joy found in the simple pleasures of life. If you're on the lookout for a podcast that captures the essence of friendship and the thrill of cycling, look no further. Join them on this audio journey, where they not only share captivating stories but also invite you to be a part of their cycling community. Get ready for a blend of fun tales, insightful discussions, and a genuine celebration of the joy that comes from embracing the open road on two wheels. This podcast is your ticket to an immersive and uplifting cycling-centric experience. and Remember,It's a Great Day for a Bike Ride!https://www.facebook.com/cyclingmenofleisurehttps://cyclingmenofleisure.com/http...

On this week’s episode of The RV Atlas podcast we are welcoming guest correspondents Dan and Jess Steck for a terrific review of Jellystone Park Petoskey in Michigan. The Stecks […] The post Campground Review! Jellystone Park in Petoskey, Michigan appeared first on The RV Atlas.

The guys talk about what payday used to mean and Justin reads a letter left on Corey's car.

LFTR Episode 71 - We're nearing the end of our Summer of Song and wondering What's Next? We discuss our week in 3 different Michigan State Parks including beach days and family bike rides.Highlights include:* An interesting bike path detour in Traverse City* A campsite by a rocky beach with fossils in Petoskey* Beach Party in Holland* Hiking through woods and over sand dunes in Warren Dunes* We can't really know what's next… and that's probably good* Biden is stepping aside and Harris feels… hopeful* We're not preppers, but we're prepared (to go survive in the woods)* Have a plan, but plan to change your plan* Stories and morbidityLinks:* Traverse City State Park* Stonehound Brewing* Petoskey State Park* The Backlot Petoskey* Tap 30 Pourhouse* Holland State Park Beach Campground* Warren Dunes State ParkThanks for listening! As always you can find LFTR at http://lettersfromtheroadpod.com, and you can email us at lettersfromtheroadpod@gmail.com.Find LFTR Diaries on the LFTR YouTube channel.Find us on socials @lettersfromtheroadpod!If you feel like kicking us a few bucks because you like what we do you can Become a PenPal and chat with us and others in the PenPals Discord. Get full access to Letters From the Road at lettersfromtheroad.substack.com/subscribe

Nearly six months after the Michigan Legislature repealed Right to Work laws, more groups of workers are taking action against what they say are coercive measures of some unions to collect fees. Mechanics from Brown Motors in Petoskey and drivers from MV Transportation in Ypsilanti successfully voted recently to remove their union officials' powers to collect union dues from nonunion members. The Brown Motors mechanics voted by 75% against the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, National Right to Work Foundation Legal Defense Foundation said. The Teamsters also faces a new lawsuit filed by nurses at Ascension Genesys Hospital in Grand Blanc Township, who say union bosses threatened to fire them if they didn't pay union fees.Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxxFull story: https://www.thecentersquare.com/michigan/article_56611d58-45ec-11ef-8e72-233cf799e918.html

It's a classic question asked first in a novel, then in music, and often as a half-joke pop culture reference: Can you go home again? People change over time, but of course, places do, too. What we've previously experienced in our hometowns and where we grew up can feel distant for a very good reason. Time and experience changes us all, whether we like it or not. But in this episode, we're going to explore what it means to lean into this question and ask instead, “what does it feel like to be home, again?” Working through this with me is Trace and Eeva Redmond, a couple who in recent years took years of experience working in beer and returned to Eeva's home town of Petoskey, Michigan where they've opened Elder Piper, a brewery and cidery located along the shores of Little Traverse Bay on the upper portion of the state's mitten shape. As brewer, Trace brings brewing experience that includes stops at Michigan's Founders and Roak Brewing, as well as North Carolina's Highland Brewing. Eeva has worked in a collection of hospitality and communication roles in beer as well, including positions at Roak Brewing, Sierra Nevada, and Highland. Why open a brewery now, at a time when we hear about so many closing? That's where we start our conversation, but it leads us to many other ideas and reflections about what it means to start a business in a city of 6,000, especially when it's the place where you grew up. As you'll hear, community connection has been pivotal to Eeva and Trace, and their story offers something of a roadmap of what it takes to launch a new, neighborhood-focused brewery in today's market.  

In this episode, Reg Smith, part of a family that has defined the hospitality experience in northern Michigan through their hotels and restaurants, shares the story of his family's legacy and the lessons they've learned in stewarding it while staying personally engaged in the work of hospitality.The origins of Stafford's Bay View Inn and the early days of the family business (01:13)What a Chautauqua community is and its significance in northern Michigan (02:45)The story of how Reg's parents met and started their journey in the hospitality industry (05:45)Reg's earliest memories of growing up in the hospitality business and the family involvement (12:09)Lessons learned from his parents about service and running a dining room (15:52)The challenges and rewards of working in hospitality, especially during holidays (20:03)The importance of community involvement and the impact of their business on downtown Petoskey (44:05)The role of family in the business and how Reg's children are involved (34:45)The cultural and operational lessons Reg learned from working outside northern Michigan (25:00)The significance of hiring and training staff with a natural inclination for service (28:51)The inclusive nature of northern Michigan hospitality and its impact on guests from all walks of life (48:43) New to Hospitality Daily? Start here. Want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day? Subscribe here for free.Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Fr. Scott continues his discussion with Kevin Weed & Larry Rudnicki of St. Michael High School in Petoskey, MI.https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-143RR-StMichaelAcademy-Pt2.mp3

 Kevin Weed was recently named the new headmaster and Larry Rudnicki named the new Executive Director of St. Michael High School, a Chesterton Academy School located near Petoskey, Michigan. Tune in this week and next to hear more about the vision for this high school in the Catholic tradition as it moves into its 13th year.https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-142RR-StMichaelAcademy-Pt1.mp3

One of the reasons I'm standing here tonight, beyond Craig being ill, is because today is May 29th. Twenty-two years ago at 7:18 Eastern Daylight Time, we were sitting in Trinity Missionary Church in Petoskey, Michigan, having just gotten the call. About 12 hours before that, our son had died. Craig wanted me to talk a little bit about that, this being the anniversary. I want to talk about three things related to this: prayer, providence, and comfort.

One of the reasons I'm standing here tonight, beyond Craig being ill, is because today is May 29th. Twenty-two years ago at 7:18 Eastern Daylight Time, we were sitting in Trinity Missionary Church in Petoskey, Michigan, having just gotten the call. About 12 hours before that, our son had died. Craig wanted me to talk a little bit about that, this being the anniversary. I want to talk about three things related to this: prayer, providence, and comfort.

I'm not a financial advisor; Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, AppleTV or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or invest after clicking a link here, we may earn a commission. Engage to support our work.In today's episode of "Superpowers for Good," I had the pleasure of hosting Chris Miller, Founding Board Member and Chair of the National Coalition for Community Capital. We delved into an exciting discussion about diversified community investment funds, a vital tool for anyone interested in building vibrant, resilient communities.Chris eloquently introduced us to the concept and evolution of these funds, explaining their transformation from a theoretical concept to a practical solution energized by investment crowdfunding. As Chris noted, these funds are about harnessing local capital to solve local problems effectively, and he shared how these funds enable regular people to invest in the well-being of their communities.“The background is that there's been a fleeing of the idea that capital is controlled locally to it now being controlled by a very small number of people who don't live in your community,” Chris explained. He passionately argued for the return of local capital control, which investment crowdfunding facilitates, allowing community members to contribute to local businesses and projects.Moreover, Chris highlighted the dual focus of these funds on real estate and community businesses, emphasizing that while 60% of investments must be in real estate, the remaining can flexibly support local enterprises. This structure not only addresses urgent needs like housing but also bolsters local businesses, crucial for community vibrancy.One of the most compelling parts of our conversation was when Chris discussed the potential of these funds to make significant, tangible impacts: “Even a few million dollars here or there, you're talking real money, right?” This statement highlights the practical benefits and real-world applications of community investment funds, highlighting their role in revitalizing and transforming communities.As we wrapped up, Chris's enthusiasm was palpable. He shared his excitement about upcoming projects in Detroit and Cincinnati, where these funds are set to make a substantial impact. It's clear from our conversation that diversified community investment funds not only offer a promising avenue for economic development and community resilience but also represent a profound shift towards more equitable and locally-focused investment strategies.For anyone interested in sustainable community development and economic resilience, this episode is a treasure trove of insights and actionable ideas, all thanks to Chris's deep expertise and commitment to community capital.AI Episode Summary1. The episode features Devin Thorpe hosting Chris Miller from the National Coalition for Community Capital, focusing on diversified community investment funds, a key tool for community builders.2. Chris Miller describes his dual role working for a leading observatory telescope manufacturer and dedicating half his week to advancing community capital with NC3, a movement borne from economic development challenges in Michigan during the Great Recession.3. Miller discusses the initial logical and philosophical discussions around investment crowdfunding at NC3's inception, highlighting its importance in enabling non-accredited investors to invest locally and contribute to community well-being.4. The episode explores the limitations of charitable loan funds in community investment, pointing out their restrictions on investment returns and their charitable purpose constraints, which make them unsuitable for broader community wealth-building efforts.5. Diversified community investment funds are introduced as a solution that allows for pooled resources to be reinvested locally, with a primary focus on real estate investments and the flexibility to support various local businesses and projects.6. The structure and legal underpinnings of creating such funds are elaborated, with an emphasis on staying compliant with the Investment Company Act of 1940 by primarily investing in real estate while also supporting other community ventures.7. Chris Miller shares examples of piloted funds in Detroit and Cincinnati, aiming to rejuvenate neighborhoods through coordinated efforts involving local nonprofits, faith-based institutions, and innovative building projects to stimulate economic and community development.8. The conversation addresses the process of raising capital under regulation crowdfunding for these funds, detailing the strategic use of exemptions under the Investment Company Act that allow for raising money from non-accredited investors.9. Upcoming engagements and opportunities to learn more about diversified community investment funds are mentioned, including Chris Miller's speaking event at SuperCrowdChicago and other informational resources available through NC3.10. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the potential impact of these investment funds on community revitalization, wealth building, and the importance of capital recirculation within local economies for sustainable development.Guest ProfileChris Miller (he/him):Founding Board Member and Chair, National Coalition for Community CapitalAbout National Coalition for Community Capital: NC3 works to advance the Community Capital movement. This engagement of regular (retail) investors into businesses and projects in their own communities empowers citizens while it builds financial resilience and wealth for individuals and communities.Website: NC3now.orgLinkedin: linkedin.com/company/nc3now/Biographical Information: Chris MillerBoard Chair/Founding Member, National Coalition for Community Capital (NC3)Chris Miller is chair and one of the founding board members of the National Coalition for Community Capital, a 501c3.  Among NC3's goals are to empower ordinary citizens and strengthen local economies though community investment and ownership, with particular attention to wealth-building by non-accredited investors and to underserved populations and communities.Chris has been working on community, economic, and entrepreneur development in Michigan for nearly 20 years in a variety of roles, including as an appointed and elected city official, as a board member and frequent chair of a variety of community and economic development organizations, as a partner with student teams from the University of Michigan and Michigan State University,  as an Innovation Fellow at the Michigan State University EDA Center for Regional and Economic Innovation, and as the City of Adrian's economic developer. During that time, in addition to securing millions of grant dollars and matching private investments, he also developed a local investor group, led a community business plan competition, and worked with local schools to implement entrepreneurship education. While working his day job in Adrian, he also introduced and championed Michigan's MILE – an investment crowdfunding exemption that served as a national model, and he currently has introduced legislation that would create a first-in-the-nation investment incentive available to any state resident regardless of wealth.During 2023, Chris worked extensively on a new program the International Economic Development Council developed called the Economic Recovery Corps. Funded with Cares Act dollars from the Economic Development Administration, 65 ERC Fellows were awarded to 65 hosts from across the county. The Fellows will work full time with their hosts for 2.5 years addressing underserved communities in a variety of economic and community development projects. NC3 was awarded a Fellow to work in Michigan in the start-up and incubator space, adding community investors to capital required by new or expanding businesses.Over the past decade, Chris has spoken across the country on the promise and future of community capital, while also working on the ground on donation and investment crowdfunding campaigns with communities and entrepreneurs. Chris is the developer and lead for NC3's Community Capital Accelerator which is now piloting NC3's Diversified Community Investment Fund in large projects in Detroit, Michigan and Cincinnati, Ohio, and expects to see the launch of funds in Rhode Island and Petoskey, Michigan in 2024.  In addition, the organization is working on projects in nearly a dozen states.  Today, Chris and his wife Joyce own and live in a 170-year-old downtown Adrian building where they renovated the commercial floor for The Buzz Café and Marketplace.  Joyce and her business partners opened The Buzz during COVID, after an investment crowdfunding campaign that received investment from 45 investors in 7 different states.  When not working on their building renovation, Chris led the team that brought PlaneWave Instruments from California to Michigan and now serves as their Special Projects Consultant.  In that role, Chris serves as the primary community and education outreach lead, manages campus arts partners, and works with economic development organizations as well as State and Federal governments to secure resources for PlaneWave.  From their headquarters in Michigan, PlaneWave leads the world in the design and manufacture of high-tech observatory-class research telescopes.Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/christopher-miller-93391378/Upcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.* Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on May 21, 2024, at 1:00 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, you must first become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.* SuperCrowdHour, May 15, 2024, at 1:00 Eastern. Each month, we host a value-laden webinar for aspiring impact investors or social entrepreneurs. At this month's webinar, Bill Huston will share “Unleashing the Power of Crowdfunding for Affordable Housing.” Register here.* SuperCrowdChicago, June 12, 2024. This in-person event at Columbia College Chicago features some of Chicago's prominent citizens and community leaders, along with crowdfunding experts. Use the discount code “SuperCrowd” to save 30 percent!* Recently, we created an AI GPT to help you learn more about The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, and our upcoming events. Click here to try it.SuperCrowd Community Event Calendar* Successful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET * KingsCrowd's upcoming Demo Day, Thursday, May 16th at 12:00 am ET/9:00 am PT* Crowdfunding Professional Association Webinar, May 29, 2:00 PM ET* The Reg A & Crowdfunding Conference, June 20, Westchester Country Club (Save 20% with the code Super20)* Crowdfunding Professional Association, Summit in DC, October 22-23Click here to submit an event for us to share with the 4,500+ members of the SuperCrowd.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

www.atravelpath.com https://delicioats.com?sca_ref=2606128.heLxZNHtFuUse code “PATH”   Wow! What an information-filled episode this was as we welcomed back Joe and Kalyn from Open Roading to Travel Tips! We learned a ton about Mackinac Island in Michigan, and after speaking with them, it sounds like such a fascinating place to visit. It certainly doesn't hurt that they spent a full season as Joe worked at a campground near the island (more on that in Part 1.) In this episode you'll learn all about:   Mackinac Island First of all, it is pronounced MackinAW, and Joe informed us pretty quickly that if your pronounce it they way it is spelled, the locals will be quick to correct you. The small island offers an escape from the modern world, as there are no cars on the island. Everything is either on foot, horseback, or bike.   Biking Bike rentals are a popular activity at Mackinac Island, and the eight-mile loop along the edge is a scenic and peaceful ride. They shared the tip of renting a bike on the island as opposed to renting one and bringing it on the ferry. This way, if something happens with your bike, the company is on the island to fix it. We also cover the best time to visit, nearby attractions, where to stay, and so much more! You'll definitely want to listen to this episode a few times if you plan on making a trip. And if you haven't heard of Mackinac Island or weren't considering visiting it, after listening I'm sure it will be on your list.   3,2,1 Countdown 3 Things to Bring to Mackinac Island: ·        Bike ·        Warm Clothes ·        Comfortable Walking Shoes 2 Complaints or Things You Should Be Prepared For: ·        Smell of Horse Manure ·        Dress Code at Grand Hotel ·        Bonus: Bugs 1 Thing You CAN'T Leave Mackinaw Island Without Doing: ·        8 Mile perimeter bike ride   Chapters ·        00:00 Introduction to Mackinac Island ·        05:30 How Long Should Someone Plan to Spend on Mackinac Island? ·        06:30 When is Mackinac Island Shut Down/Best Time to Visit? ·        09:15 Dog Friendly/Kid Friendly Activities on Mackinac Island? ·        11:30 Bike Rentals ·        12:30 Lodging & Transportation ·        15:00 Activities ·        16:30 Overall Cost of Mackinaw Island ·        18:45 Planning and Reservations ·        20:00 Favorite Food Spots ·        21:30 Nearby Attractions ·        23:00 Delicioats.com use code PATH ·        24:00 3, 2, 1 Countdown     Ferries ·        Shepler's Ferry: https://www.sheplersferry.com/ ·        Mackinac Island Ferry Company: https://www.mackinacferry.com/     Lodging ·        Mackinac Mill Creek Camping: https://www.campmackinaw.com/ ·        Grand Hotel: https://www.grandhotel.com/#   Restaurants/To Do ·        Millie's On Main: https://www.milliesonmain.com/ ·        Sanders Fudge: https://sanderscandy.com/pages/stores ·        Ryba's Fudge Shops: https://ryba.com/ Mackinac Family Heritage Pass (gets you into multiple locations in the area) https://tickets.mackinacparks.com/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx?cg=MSHP&c=3 ·        Butterfly House: https://www.originalbutterflyhouse.com/     Fireworks ·        Saint Ignace: https://stignace.com/event/fireworks-over-the-bay/2024-05-25/ ·        Mackinac City: https://www.mackinaw-city.com/mackinaw_city_events_bak.php     Nearby Attractions ·        Wilderness State Park and Beach: https://www2.dnr.state.mi.us/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=509&type=SPRK ·        Harbor Springs: https://www.michigan.org/city/harbor-springs ·        Petoskey: https://www.michigan.org/city/petoskey-area ·        Charlevoix: https://www.michigan.org/city/charlevoix ·        Drummond Island: https://www.visitdrummondisland.com/   Previous Podcast Episodes ·        Indian Lake State Park and Upper Peninsula: https://atravelpath.com/michigan-upper-peninsula/   Music ·        Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ·        https://uppbeat.io/t/sky-toes/ready-as-ever ·        License code: WYQ2IKRBMVFP3EJS   Disclaimer *All content from atravelpath.com, including but not limited to The Travel Path Podcast and social media platforms, is designed to share general information. We are not experts and the information is not designed to serve as legal, financial, or tax advice. Always do your own research and due diligence before making a decision.   Transcript Host: Hey Joe and Kalyn, welcome back to the Travel Path podcast. Thanks so much for being here again.   Guest: Thank you for having us.   Host: So, if anybody missed part one, we delved deep into your full-time travel lifestyle with your fifth-wheel RV. We covered everything from your work camping life to budgeting and all the other aspects of living on the road. Today, for travel tips, we're focusing on one particular destination. Where are we talking about today?   Guest: Yeah, we're going to Northern Michigan and specifically Mackinac Island. Surprisingly, a lot of people haven't heard of this little island up there.   Host: That's awesome. How much time have you guys actually spent on Mackinac Island?   Guest: On the actual island, I think we've done four trips, four days in total. But we spent the entire summer in Mackinac City, which is just a ferry ride away from the island. So, the entire area is kind of immersed in Mackinac City, Mackinac Island, this whole space. And as a public service announcement to your listeners, it is spelled M-A-C-K-I-N-A-C Island, but when you go there, make sure you pronounce it "Mac" or the locals will be very eager to correct you.   Host: That's a great travel tip. You always need to know exactly how to pronounce where you're going, otherwise that can happen. What made you guys want to share about this destination today?   Guest: It's actually one of my favorite places because there are no cars allowed on the island at all. So, it really feels like you're stepping back in time. Everything is either accessed by walking, biking, or taking a horse taxi. Even the "garbage trucks" are horses pulling wagons to pick up the bins. It's just a quaint little place we've fallen in love with.   Host: Sounds amazing. So, Mackinac Island is a great destination for someone who likes what type of experience?   Guest: I would say a more laid-back experience, obviously. You're not rushing from place to place because you don't have a car. But if you want to be a bit more active, there are walking and biking options. And if you enjoy quaint shops, popping into boutiques, and indulging in the fudge, it's perfect. There are around 15 to 20 fudge shops on the island. And if you're into history, there's a fort and other old structures to explore.   Host: The Grand Hotel sounds fascinating. It must be quite an experience.   Guest: Definitely. It's very old and still functioning.   Host: Sounds like a place where you'd really be stepping back in time when you visit. How long do you think someone should plan a trip for to get the full Mackinac Island experience?   Guest: You can do the full experience in a day. But something we really want to do is spend the night sometime. We hear that it's a different atmosphere after the last ferry leaves for the day. The foot traffic builds up throughout the day, but you can see everything you want in a day or even an afternoon. It's a place you want to come back to and experience again and again. I think it's not just like one and done and yeah forget about it.   Host: Perfect, so you could do it in an afternoon and just make it part of your trip to the Michigan Upper Peninsula. But of course, you could keep going back there every day, just taking the ferry over. I think it's nice to have that versatile type of trip. Now, I know that Mackinac Island does shut down for part of the year, correct?   Guest: Yeah, yeah, I believe it's October. I mean, shut down, quote-unquote, if they can get through the ice, they will run a ferry. But most people are not taking that back and forth unless they're locals. There is an airport on the island, so if you're living on the island and can't get out via ferry, you can pay, which is pretty pricey, to take a flight out. And then you have to pay weight actually in the grocery and items that you bring back, in addition to the trip.   Host: Wow. So, what would you say is the best time of year to visit to avoid the ice and flying situation?   Guest: Yeah, July and August are probably going to be my favorite. I know people are like, "Oh, go maybe in the spring or the fall to avoid crowds." But the problem with the springtime is there are these things called midge flies, and they are like clouds of black flies all over the place, specifically by the water. And Mackinac Island is surrounded by water. So, if you go in May and June, expect to have that experience, which may color your entire view of the island. July and August are really the best, and then September, it's just getting really cold because, again, it's on the water. And so that breeze coming off the water is pretty cool. And when she's saying black clouds of midge, she is not exaggerating. Like, they are clouds. And if there's any white surface, the white surface just becomes black with these flies. They don't bite, but they are just a pain. Along with the time frame though, if you really want to enjoy the island, there's two ferry companies, Shepler's and Star Line, and Shepler's is the main ferry company. And you want to get on one of the first two boats out to the island because if you jump off one of those first two boats, you're one of the first people on the island, except for anybody who's spent the night the night before. And the streets are quiet and clean and, yeah, and clean. Everything is horses. And so, you really get the peaceful downtown. And there's a courtyard in front of the castle, and you can really just kind of walk through the courtyard, take pictures, and there's nobody around. And like I said, throughout the day, the amount of foot traffic builds, everything starts getting more and more crowded. So, your most enjoyable time will be those two to three hours in the morning.   Host: That's awesome. So, don't sleep in those days. Plan to get up and get over there.   Guest: Yes.   Host: Awesome. Now, would you say it's a dog and kid-friendly place? Have you seen a lot of families there or pets at all?   Guest: Well, that's a great question. For the dogs, I'm not sure. I've seen them take smaller dogs. In fact, I know you can because they sell tickets for them to put them on the ferry. But I guess it depends on where you take your dog. If you take your dog with you everywhere, you can take them on the island. There's not going to be anything, unless they're going to scare horses. I wouldn't — that's true — if they're afraid of horses or if they're going to bark at horses, probably not a good idea. Interestingly enough, selling tickets in the campground store all summer, we sold ferry tickets, and the number of times I would see one parent come back to the campground with the kids was very high. You know, one parent would come back and the kids would be getting ready to go swimming and be like, "Oh, did you enjoy your island?" And, "Oh, my husband's still there," or "Oh, my wife's still there." But the kids weren't having a good time. There's just not a lot of kid-friendly entertainment. There's history and things like that. But if you're walking and biking and shops, yeah, not a lot of transportation where the kids are going to get a break, where they're not going to be on their feet or not going to have to walk places. However, I would say in Mackinac City, which is where you're either going to from Mackinac City or St. Ignace, you're going to take the ferry over to Mackinac Island. There are three indoor water parks in Mackinac City, and so the kids really, really loved those. So, you can still take your family to the area and enjoy Mackinac City. And it's my understanding that you can get one wristband that will go to all three of those indoor water parks as well.   Host: Oh, very cool. So that's something that you could go and like you said, go in the morning, go to Mackinac Island, take the family, and just plan to be there for maybe a couple of hours or where your kids' threshold is for being able to walk and pop in and out of shops, and then head back. And then you've got those really fun activities that they can kind of look forward to throughout the day. So, I think that's perfect.   Guest: Exactly.   Host: And we have talked about transportation. Obviously, you're either taking the ferry or you're flying over there. But do you bring your own bikes? Do they have bike rentals once you get over there?   Guest: You can totally bring your own bikes. So, I think it cost — this last year, I think $16 per bike. Okay, that was more than I remembered. But anyway, it costs you to take your own bike. You can rent them over there. There are places on the island that you can rent them from as well. But don't rent them from the mainland and then take them over. It's not going to be as cost-effective. It's not really that expensive to rent the bikes on the island. The only thing I wouldn't rent the bikes is off the island and then pay to bring them over because if they break down on the island, you don't have anyone to replace that, whereas if you rent on the island, the company will ride out to you with another bike so that you can keep going. So, that is nice to know.   Host: Wow, very good information. Yeah, that's a good tip. So, lodging. I know you said there are hotels or boutique hotels that you can probably stay at on Mackinac Island, which you haven't done yet. But where are you staying when you are going there in your camper?   Guest: Specifically for RVing, there are RV parks on the Mackinac City side, and I think there's an RV park in St. Ignace. There's also a couple of casinos in the area that allow some overnight parking. So, if you're looking just for a quick overnight, you might be able to just pop into one of the casinos and park there overnight. I do recommend — and you know I'm not a shill for them, I worked for them, I'm done — but the best campground I think in that area is Mackinac Mill Creek. They have over a mile of their own beachfront property. So, they have a beach that you can walk your dogs on, they have a beach that's dog-free, and it's just really a beautiful place to stay if you're planning on staying for more than one or two nights. Yeah, it's kind of spaced out so the spaces feel a little bit like a state park with trees and everything, so we had a look at the other campgrounds in the area, and I think Mackinac Mill Creek by far would be the most enjoyable.   Host: Awesome. And how are you getting from your campground to the ferry?   Guest: So, you can take a couple of ways. If you're taking your bikes to the island, there's actually a rail trail that goes right to the ferry parking lot that you can ride your bike to the ferry parking lot and then just jump on the ferry. Otherwise, there's ferry parking pretty close by and they will shuttle you to the ferry. Or, a lot of times, campgrounds in the area have shuttles that run from their campground again to the docks. And not a lot of people know this, but there's free parking if you can get there early enough behind the Rusted Spoke.   Host: That's specifically for that one ferry company, right?   Guest: Yeah, they're rebranding, it's hard to keep it straight. That's specifically for that one. They are very much in competition, so you don't want to park in one slot and go to the other.   Host: Very good. So, what is there to do at night? I know you guys have not stayed there and really experienced the full nightlife. I'm not sure the last ferry, so maybe what do you do right before you get on the ferry or what do you do once you get off the ferry back in the city area?   Guest: Yeah, there are a lot of different restaurants there that you can go to. But if you're staying on the island, something that we would like to do the next time that we go is they have dinner at the Grand Hotel, which is very, very pricey, and you have to really dress up for it, no jeans, like you need to be wearing suit coats. So, it's again that kind of step back in time to another era. And so, that would be like a fun date night activity that you could do at the Grand Hotel. And then as far as just general activities throughout the summer, generally every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night, there are fireworks that are launched from either St. Ignace or Mackinac City. It rotates depending on the day, and you would be able to see those from the island or from either mainland.   Host: Very cool, that's awesome. So, I guess transitioning, speaking about nighttime, any good sunset spots you guys have found?   Guest: Pretty much everywhere, I think, because it's on like this, where the sun sets is kind of like on the water. So wherever you are, like on the beachfront, either on the island or over in Mackinac City, watching the sunset from one of those locations, you'll be able to get a good view.   Host: Yeah, perfect. And now, because you guys are very budget-conscious, and if you haven't listened to episode one, make sure you do that. I have enjoyed seeing all your posts on your social media every month because you keep us updated that way, so it's really nice. But would you say the overall cost is more or less than you expected when you visited Mackinac Island?   Guest: I think it's about what I expected because you are paying for the ferry and then you're paying to rent a bike, so you have to factor that in. And when you're on the island, really the only extra things that you would be paying for are activities. So, like, whether you're getting into the fort or you're paying for a horse taxi carriage ride or you're buying souvenirs from the shop. So generally, I think it was what we expected. To save probably the most amount of money and to have a good experience is to buy a ferry carriage ride combo ticket. Those are actually some pretty good deals rather than just taking the ferry and then getting to the island and deciding you want to do the carriage ride. And especially if you're not a fan of maybe biking or walking or you're not able to, that's a really great way to explore the island.   Host: Perfect.   Guest: One thing that is not budget-friendly is the Grand Hotel, like Kalyn said. You can't tour the hotel without paying, and then any meal there, anything that they have there, I mean, it's just... I think dinner was over $100 a person. Yeah, it's another level.   Host: Is that the same thing as the castle you referenced earlier?   Guest: No, you meant the fort. Oh, castle, sorry. The fort is the historical — this is a step back in time. Oh, no, no, no. Castles, forts too, though.   Host: Those are definitely a step back in time.   Guest: Yeah. And you can get a pass, I think, from any really the stores sell them, the campgrounds sell them. I can't remember the name of the pass, but I'll have to look it up and let you know, you can put it in the show notes. But it gives you access to the fort and to like a butterfly garden there, and to another place. So if you buy like the one-time pass, it's actually worth the that amount if you go to all the locations that are featured on the pass.   Host: Awesome, very good tip. Yeah, we'll definitely link that in the show notes. Now, did you guys have to make any of your reservations ahead of time or do you feel like if you were just decided you wanted to head there you could get a ferry ticket and go on the island and enjoy the day?   Guest: Yeah, you could totally buy everything day of, especially if you're getting on those first boats. Actually, if I was getting on the first boat, I'd want to buy my ferry ticket the day before. All the tickets are untimed, so you just buy it and then it's first come, first serve to actually get on the boat. So if you get there and the line is too long, you're just getting on the next boat as opposed to the first one. Yeah, and they run about every half hour to an hour.   Host: Perfect. So for campsites too, are they pretty flexible?   Guest: So, campsites, I would book further in advance if you are planning on staying for a weekend. If you can stay Monday to Thursday or Monday to Friday, you'd probably be fine booking anytime. I know Mackinac Mill Creek has 600, I believe, campsites, so they have the capacity, but they do fill up on the weekends, especially if there's any sort of holiday weekend going on. And so I think the other campgrounds fill up as well. But yeah, if you're staying Monday through Friday, you could just drive in and get a site.   Host: Very good info. So, how about food spots? What did you guys find any favorites?   Guest: Yeah, I don't know, we're not great foodies, so we eat PB&J. We do just pack sandwiches and save some money. But one of the restaurants that we did like on Mackinac Island was Millie's on Main, and we went there twice, and we got different things each time, and it was really, really good. The two fudge shops that I recommend, like I said, there's so many on the island, so you could actually just have fun sampling them all. But we really liked Sanders and Ryba's Fudge the best, so I would try those first.   Host: Perfect. I'll take those recommendations, do my own little fudge tour there. Yep, it's the humidity, right? Is it really humid there or is that not so?   Guest: So, we lived in Florida for six years, and it did not feel like Florida at all. So, it was interesting because when certain people would arrive there, it was never really got above 80 the whole summer, and there would be some people, and I can't remember where they were from, that would be complaining about the heat, and Kayla and I would just kind of look at each other and be like, "Where are these people from?" It's not hot. And so, it definitely didn't feel like if you're used to a Florida humid, it is nowhere near anything like that.   Host: They're from northern Michigan.   Guest: Probably.   Host: Too funny. Alright, and if you haven't mentioned it already, any other nearby attractions either on the island itself or outside the island maybe near your campground that you haven't mentioned yet?   Guest: Yeah, there is a Wilderness State Park, which you could stay there in an RV, but we found I liked the beach there the best. It was the quietest. It didn't seem like a lot of people knew it existed. So that is one place I would go. If you want more quaint towns, you can go a little bit further south of that into like Harbor Springs and Petoskey and Charlevoix. They're cute, just lakeside towns that you can visit. And then if you want to go north, kind of to the east side, we visited Drummond Island, which not a lot of people have heard about. It's very outdoorsy, like not as quaint as Mackinac Island but definitely more for like, what is it, four-wheelers, ATVs? Yeah, if you were into being more active. One thing too, one thing too with the Wilderness State Park and that area in general is the Wilderness State Park is a dark skies park. So if you are going to Northern Michigan and hoping to catch the northern lights, that is a good place to set up if you've seen that, you know, that, hey, the northern lights are possible tonight. It's a good spot to go.   Host: That's very cool, and if you don't get the Northern Lights, you probably get some awesome stargazing, so take that. Perfect. So I think now we'll transition to the 321 countdown. Hey, guys, I wanted to take a quick break to tell you about Delicia Oats. We've been enjoying Delicia Oats for many years, and they have helped fuel us for those extra-long hikes. They are flavored oats that come in a pouch and are very easy to set up. Just add water, give it a shake, and let it sit overnight and enjoy the next morning. Or you can add boiling water if you like them served hot. We've also added them to our morning smoothie or sprinkled some into my yogurt for some extra flavor and to help fill me up. You can make them in less than a minute, and there is no cleanup, which is huge for us on the road. Now, if you're like me, the first question you'll ask is, how much added sugar is there? And here's a big one for me, no added sugar. They come in a variety of flavors. My personal favorite is Cherry Chocolate. Enjoy them for yourself by placing an order at DeliciaOats.com and use the coupon code PATH at checkout. That's DeliciaOats.com, D-E-L-I-C-I-A-O-A-T-S.com, and use the coupon code PATH.   Alright, the final three segments of the podcast, 3-2-1 countdown. I just want to say too, you guys have rocked this interview talking about Ma Island. Thank you for being so detailed, and I feel like this is a place everyone, when they talk about going somewhere, it's out west, it's down south, but people sleep on Northern Michigan. There's a lot of cool things, fun things to do so out there. And I think we're lucky we had some insider knowledge working at a campground for a whole season. And if you're looking to go to Northern Michigan, we had it with Jim and Michelle, episode six or seven, I believe, and they talked about Upper Peninsula, and there really wasn't much overlap here. We could really listen to both episodes and have completely different things to do. So if you're going to do an extended stay there, definitely tune in. But we'll start wrapping this thing up here. So, what are three things you're packing when you're heading to Mackinac Island?   Guest: I think number one is if you do have your own bike, pack your bike because that's hands down the best way to visit the island in our opinion. Dress in warm layers because you've got sometimes a cold ferry ride out in the morning and a cold ferry ride back in the evening, and then it will warm up throughout the day. And then good walking shoes, whether you're biking or walking, make sure you're really comfy as you're getting around the island.   Host: Nice, bring your own bike, good walking shoes, and warm clothes. What are two complaints somebody might have or things they should be prepared for before visiting?   Guest: So, it's an island where the primary source of transportation for a lot of things is horses, so it's going to smell like two things on the island, especially as the day goes on. It's going to smell like fudge and it's going to smell like horse poo. So that, a lot of people, they come back and they're like, "I wasn't prepared for that." So, again, if you go early, a lot of the horse poo isn't out yet, it's been cleaned up from the day before. But as the day goes on, it's going to smell a little bit more. And along those same lines, don't step in the mud puddles because they're not water. And then the second one is the Grand Hotel. A lot of people go expecting to be able to, "Hey, we're going to get to walk around the Grand Hotel, see a tour," and whatnot, and they're surprised that A, it costs money, and B, there's a dress code. At certain, is it all day to get in the Grand Hotel? The dress code, I think it's more at night.   Host: Yeah.   Guest: But, you know, they're just surprised that they can't go in in their shorts and a t-shirt. But you can walk the grounds, like the courtyard, which is very beautiful. So, smell some of the restrictions at the hotel, maybe a bonus would be bugs if you go at a certain time of year.   Host: Yes, that's an interesting combination, horse poo and fudge, and don't get them confused which way you're downwind from. We've talked about a lot of things to do on Mackinac Island, but what is one thing, if you had to pick one thing, you could not leave without doing?   Guest: The eight-mile perimeter bike ride. Yeah, I know we keep bringing up bikes, but it truly is so enjoyable. And you start in the town, and then you kind of get out of town, and you just have trees overhanging and you're by the lake the whole time. And it's, again, with that back in time feeling with you being on a bike and not driving, the perimeter, it really helps you just slow down and savor and enjoy the experience.   Host: That's great. That does sound, I feel like it sounds like a really great place, but when you bring the factor that there's no cars, it just makes it that much more kind of alluring and desirable to go to, just to take a step out of for a little while and get on an island where you're riding bikes, it's horseback sounds like a really wonderful place.   Guest: Yeah.   Host: Well, guys, thank you for being so thorough with this podcast. We definitely want to add this to a stop at some point. And guys, if you're listening to this podcast right now, you saw, you heard how thorough they just were, and the part one was exactly the same. They shared their story on how they started out, how everything from budgeting and their entire basically their five past five years traveling full-time. So definitely tune in to that one. And Joe and Kayin, before we let you go, where can our audience find out more about you guys?   Guest: Yeah, we're on YouTube, youtube.com/openroading, and same place on Instagram at openroading. And we respond to DMs there primarily.   Host: Awesome. Alright, guys, thanks again.   Guest: Yeah, thank you so much for having us. This was a lot of fun.

For the full Blog post on Joseph A Magnus, go Here!Title: Unveiling the Legacy: Joseph A. Magnus Distillery's Historic Resurgence and Modern BrillianceIntroduction:Step into the past with us as we unveil the remarkable history of the Joseph A. Magnus Distillery. From its roots in Cincinnati to a contemporary revival, this episode delves into a story of resilience, innovation, and the unwavering commitment to preserving a legacy.Segment 1: Early Triumphs in CincinnatiExplore the early years of Joseph A. Magnus, a resilient entrepreneur who, by the age of 26, built a liquor empire in Cincinnati. With a keen marketing sense, Magnus introduced the Murray Hill Club whiskey brand, emphasizing unparalleled flavor, bouquet, mellowness, and purity.Segment 2: Prohibition Era and LegacyIn 1918, anticipating Prohibition, Joseph A. Magnus ceased whiskey sales. Retiring to Oden, Michigan, he left a lasting impact, donating land to Petoskey that now houses Magnus Park. The legacy endured through challenging times.Segment 3: Rediscovering a Lost LegacyFast forward to 2014, a great-grandson stumbles upon an unopened bottle of Murray Hill Club whiskey. Fueled by a passion to recreate this lost treasure, the family collaborates with industry experts to extract and analyze the whiskey. The journey culminates in the recreation of a 12-year-old bourbon, employing a triple cask finishing process with Oloroso Sherry, Pedro Ximénez, and Cognac casks.Segment 4: The Resurgence - Washington DC EraIn 2015, Jos. A. Magnus Co. is reborn in Washington DC, not merely resurrecting but enhancing the legacy through modern techniques while respecting tradition. The commitment to quality and innovation led to the 2020 move to Holland, MI, reconnecting with historical roots.Segment 5: Coppercraft ConnectionContrary to common assumptions, Joseph A. Magnus was not sold. The Windcrest Group, the investment company behind Magnus, acquired Coppercraft Distillery in 2016. Leveraging the facility for Magnus, they stay true to their commitment to legacy and craftsmanship.Segment 6: Carrying the TorchToday, Joseph A. Magnus Distillery continues to honor its Gilded Age roots. While Joseph Magnus himself may not have distilled whiskey, the commitment to excellence, creativity, and storytelling endures. The recreated Murray Hill Club whiskey stands as a testament to the intersection of history and innovation.Conclusion:This captivating journey through time showcases the enduring spirit of craftsmanship and tradition at the Joseph A. Magnus Distillery. From the marketing brilliance of Joseph Magnus in the Gilded Age to the dedication of his descendants in recreating and enhancing the legacy, every sip is a taste of history and innovation.Outro:Thank you for joining us on this historical exploration of the Joseph A. Magnus Distillery. For more captivating tales behind your favorite spirits, connect with us on social media, and stay tuned for future episodes. Until next time, raise your glass to the past, present, and future of distillation! Cheers!Support the showWebsite:www.whiskeychaserspod.comFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/whiskeychaserspodcastInsta:https://www.instagram.com/whiskeychaserspodcast/TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@whiskeychaserspodcastThanks For Listening! Tell a Friend!

In today's episode we have guest Pastor, Jon Petoskey to share his wisdom and insight into the battle the church is facing with the spirit of the leviathan and spiritual strategies to combat and overcome that same spirit

Did Josh hold on to the title "Oracle of Petoskey"? Is Tucker Trump's VP pick? Will Travis win Taylor and the Superbowl? And WHO will be your next president? Find out on a rip-roaring New Year's LOOPcast of bold predictions... and a little egg-in-your-face for Erika and Tom.Did you know… LOOPcast is on your favorite podcast platform. Subscribe on Apple, Google Podcasts, or wherever you listen!WANT MORE MAILBAG SEGMENTS? Your question could be featured on a future episode! Email us at loopcast@catholicvote.org If you love LOOPcast, consider chipping in to keep the mikes on! Www.loopcast.org All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Jenni Hebert, from Petoskey, Michigan, USA

Heidi Salter, CS, from Petoskey, Michigan, USA

President Joe Biden and members of his administration host the White House Tribal Nations Summit on December 7, 2023. The summit is taking place at the Department of the Interior headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Chris continues his conversation with Emmy award-winning composer Roger Tallman from Petoskey, Michigan about his history in the music industry.

Chris continues his conversation with Emmy award-winning composer Roger Tallman from Petoskey, Michigan about his history in the music industry.

Chris continues his conversation with Emmy award-winning composer Roger Tallman from Petoskey, Michigan about his history in the music industry.

Chris continues his conversation with Emmy award-winning composer Roger Tallman from Petoskey, Michigan about his history in the music industry.

Chris had the opportunity to speak with Emmy award-winning composer Roger Tallman from Petoskey, Michigan about his history in the music industry.

Hello friends. In today's episode we talk all about the history and hauntings of The Stafford's Perry Hotel in Petoskey, Michigan. We talk about the brief history of the hotel and all who may still possibly linger there as spirits today. Stay Spooky,Hsources:https://www.petoskeynews.com/story/entertainment/2019/10/24/scary-stories-of-petoskeys-perry-hotel/44221605/https://www.theperryhotel.com/history/

I was so honored and excited to get to interview today's guest, Phylicia Masonheimer. She is someone who I could sit and listen as she discusses Theology all day long! We discuss everything from her struggle with pornography and erotica that started at age 12 to what version of the Bible to study from and everything in between. After you listen to this episode, go follow her on all of the socials, but also remember as she states to "keep the Word as the priority." Bio: Phylicia Masonheimer is founder of Every Woman a Theologian, an online ministry teaching Christians how to know what they believe, live it boldly and communicate it graciously.  She is an author, blogger and host of the chart-topping podcast Verity with Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia and her husband Josh live in Petoskey, MI, with their three children Adeline, Geneva and Ivan. Anchor Verse: John 16:33 1 John Connect with Phylicia: IG: https://instagram.com/phyliciamasonheimer IG: https://instagram.com/everywomanatheologian Website: https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/ ***This podcast is a proud member of the Spark Network! It is a network of Christian podcasts that cover so many different topics!  Head over to: https://www.sparkmedia.ventures/spark-network#/ to find more amazing podcasts!!***

Heidi Kleinsmith Salter, CS, from Petoskey, Michigan, USA

This week's episode is the audio from the Verity Conference 2022 Q/A Panel with Phylicia Masonheimer, Pricelis Perreaux-Dominguez, and Jeremy Jenkins. Next year's conference will be in October 2022 in Petoskey, Michigan! Recordings of the full conference will be available for sale on phyliciamasonheimer.com.